Gasohol tax cut gains House approval in Iowa
The Iowa House, after wrestling with a fuel tax bill, adopted a 4 cent gasohol tax cut from 5 cents, delaying final action as reapportionment work continues. The move contrasts with the proposed 8 cent gasohol hike and a separate diesel tax increase, drawing mixed reactions from Republicans and Democrats.
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Iowa Faces Major Loss in Social Services Funds
Iowa lawmakers were told of potential federal fund cuts totaling over 8 million dollars under Reagan tax plans. The impact hits Title 19 Medicaid and Title 20 programs, with thousands affected as plans must meet new mandates and changes.
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Tax deadline added to Des Moines session agenda
Iowa lawmakers returned to Des Moines and added a time extension for elderly to file property tax credits to the special session. Rep. Al Sturgeon warned many low income seniors were unaware the filing deadline had moved from Oct 1 to July 1 as county treasurers reported numerous calls. East Germany sealed the border with West Berlin in 1961 to stop refugee flights, closing the Brandenburg Gate.
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